Lucky Star.

This week, I chose to blog about Madonna's song Lucky Star. This was one of my all time favorite songs during the younger years of my childhood. I loved the beat and tune of the song. I also really liked Madonna for some reason. Now, I think she is kind of bizarre. I saw a picture of her in the latest issue of US magazine, and I was stunned. She was wearing this ugly body suit thing while performing in her world tour which is happening right now. It made her look extremely old and didn't flatter her body at all. I honestly looked at it and was grossed out almost to the point where I was gagging. Despite that tiny little turn off, I still do believe her song lyrics are meaningful and her songs are unique. Back to the song lyrics I've chosen this week... The refrain is one of the part I feel I have always been able to make connection with,

"You must be my lucky star

'Cause you shine on me wherever you are

I just think of you and I start to glow

And I need your light

And baby you know"

I like this because I know exactly the feeling she is describing through her singing. When you first meet someone you like a lot, you get this sensation every time you see them or talk. You are constantly hoping that they might be the one, your "lucky star". Also, I totally know what she is referring to when she sings about glowing when she thinks of a specific person. When you commit yourself to someone and you really feel a connection with them, even doing something as small as thinking of them can cause you to get all happy and you "glow". 

Twilight.

This week, I've desided to blog about the book Twilight by Stephenie Meyer. I've heard a lot of chatter going around about how amazing this series is, and I decided to see for myself. Over MEA, I had some free time to do whatever I fancied. I went to the nearest Barnes and Noble and got myself a copy of the bestseller, so I could see what all the buzz was about. I was skeptical about if this book would live up to all the great things people have told me and was a little affraid it would be a disappointment. It didn't let me down, and I absolutely loved it. It took a little bit to really get into it, but once the two protagonists started to have a connection it became juicy and amazing. After about fifty pages, it was nearly impossible to put the book down. I just had to know what happend next in the story. It was one of those books that leaves you on the edge of your seat the entire time. At the end of the chapter, there is always some twist that compells the reader to continue and uncover whats going on. Also, the reader really connects with Bella. I think especially teenage girls share a lot of the feelings she does in the story, and they experience many of the same issues Bella does. The entire time, I was routing for Bella. I couldn't stop hoping things would eventually turn out the way she wanted them to, and she would end up with Edward. In general, this book is abosolutely flawless. I love everything about it. It is the best story I've ever read, and I'm obsessed. Also, I am freaking out waiting for the movie to come out. I can't wait, and I'm planning on seeing the midnight showing opening night with other twilight finatics. Any young girl who likes romance and adventure should deffinitly pick up their own copy and get hooked on the twilight series!

Escape.

The song I chose to blog about this week is Escape by Enrique Iglesias. It has a dance feel to it, and it is one of those songs that can always put you in an amazing mood. The part that I connect with the most is when he belts:
"So if you go
You should know
It's hard to just forget the past to pass
It was good, it was bad but it was real
And that's all you get in the end of the matter "
I like this part because it really shows what love really is. In my opinion, this is an extremely down to earth pay of looking at love. A person can't take back anything that has happend. They can't erase it. Everything that took place was real and it is impossible to just erase all the memories and times from a person's head. I strongly believe this to be true. Some people think it is possible to erase memories from their mind's and just forget about someone they loved at one point in their lives. I feel that that is extremely untrue and impossible. Once a person's loved another, they can't take that back. These lines in the song are basically saying he will never forget about the one he loves. They are saying if she leaves, she should know he will not forget about her and he can't take anything back. Even the bad memories will stay with him forever.

Swim..

This week I'm going to blog about another one of my new favorite songs. It has a rock vibe to it, and it has a very inspirational message. I listen to it when I am going through a rocky or hard time, and I need some support. I like to listen and sing along with the words; it puts me in a better mood and helps me realize tomorrow's another day, and I'm still alive. It also motivates me to make the best of the situation, no matter how bad it is. The song is called Swim by Jack's Mannquin. My favorite part is when he sings about going after his goals:
"You gotta swim
Swim for your life
Swim for the music
That saves you
When you're not so sure you'll survive
You gotta swim
Swim when it hurts
The whole world is watching
You haven't come this far
To fall off the earth"
There are many ways of interpreting these lyrics, but it is always a positive message in all interpretations. The way I see it, this part motivates people to pursue their dreams and continue living life. Even when it gets hard and hurts, you have to push yourself to the next level and continue trying. It's also saying you haven't worked all your life to get no rewards and just fade. Another part I enjoy is when he talks about getting through a difficult situation:
"I found a tidal wave
Begging to tear down the door
Memories like bullets
They fired at me from a gun
Cracking me open now
I swim to brighter days
Despite the absence of sun
Choking on salt water
I'm not giving in
You gotta swim "
The writer is talking about even when he is in the worst circumstances possible, he still doesn't give up and continues "swimming". When he refers to swimming, I believe he is talking about living his life. When something hard arises, he gets through it and never lets himself down. He reaches deep within himself and pulls out every last ounce of energy to survive. He refuses to give up on his own will unless his body gives out or he dies from something he has no control over.